Meaning of Bonsai
In simple words: A small tree that has been shaped and cared for.
Bonsai in a sentence
- The bonsai in the corner adds tranquility to the room.
- She spent years perfecting her bonsai skills.
- Bonsai trees can require a lot of maintenance.
- In Japan, bonsai is considered a form of art.
- He gifted her a beautiful bonsai for her birthday.
How to use Bonsai
Used in gardening and art contexts, 'bonsai' usually implies a careful artistic process. Not common in everyday conversation.
Grammar pattern
countable noun
Memory hint
Sounds like 'bone sigh' – imagine a sad bone over a little tree.
Related words
Collocations with Bonsai
- care for bonsai
- shape bonsai
- grow bonsai
Synonyms for Bonsai
- miniature tree
- artistic plant
- decorative tree
Common mistakes with Bonsai
- Confused with regular trees.
- Incorrectly pluralized as 'bonsais.'
- Used as a verb, e.g., 'to bonsai.'
Bonsai appears in
Bonsai in other languages
- Arabicالعربية
بونساي
شجرة صغيرة تم تشكيلها والعناية بها.
- Bengaliবাংলা
বঁনসাই
একটি ছোট গাছ যা সুন্দর করে সাজানো এবং যত্ন নেওয়া হয়।
- GermanDeutsch
Bonsai
Ein kleiner Baum, der geformt und gepflegt wurde.
- SpanishEspañol
Bonsái
Un arbolito que ha sido moldeado y cuidado.
- Persianفارسی
بونسای
درخت کوچکی که شکل داده شده و مراقبت شده است.
- FrenchFrançais
Bonsaï
Un petit arbre qu'on a taillé et dont on s'occupe.
- Hindiहिन्दी
बोनसाई
एक छोटा पेड़ जिसे आकार दिया गया है और जिसकी देखभाल की गई है।
- ItalianItaliano
Bonsai
Un alberello che è stato modellato e curato.
- PortuguesePortuguês
Bonsai
Uma árvore pequena que foi moldada e cuidada.
- RussianРусский
Бонсай
Маленькое дерево, которое было сформировано и за которым ухаживали.
- Urduاردو
بونسای
ایک چھوٹا درخت جسے تراشا اور سنبھالا گیا ہو۔
- Chinese中文
盆栽
一棵经过修剪和照料的小树。
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Frequently asked questions about Bonsai
What does Bonsai mean?
A small tree that has been shaped and cared for.
What is the definition of Bonsai?
A small tree cultivated to remain miniature and shaped in artistic forms.
How do you use Bonsai in a sentence?
The bonsai in the corner adds tranquility to the room.
Can you give another example of Bonsai?
She spent years perfecting her bonsai skills.
What are synonyms for Bonsai?
Common alternatives include miniature tree, artistic plant, decorative tree.
What words go with Bonsai?
It commonly pairs with care for bonsai, shape bonsai, grow bonsai.
What are common mistakes when using Bonsai?
Confused with regular trees. Incorrectly pluralized as 'bonsais.' Used as a verb, e.g., 'to bonsai.'
How do you pronounce Bonsai?
US: //bɑˈnsaɪ//, UK: //bɒnˈsaɪ//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.
When should I use Bonsai?
Used in gardening and art contexts, 'bonsai' usually implies a careful artistic process. Not common in everyday conversation.